Controversy over 'private consignment' of 530,000 tons of waste in the metropolitan area this year
This article discusses the controversy surrounding the consignment of municipal solid waste management in South Korea's metropolitan area, revealing over 530,000 tons handled by private companies since the ban on landfill began in January.
Praia Grande will build a new municipal transshipment station; see details
The city of Praia Grande, Brazil, is set to construct a new municipal transshipment station for solid waste management near the Padre Manoel da Nóbrega highway.
Cemex bets on startup that converts waste into clean energy
Cemex Ventures has announced an investment in Waste to Energy Advanced Solutions (WtEnergy), a startup focused on converting non-recyclable solid waste and biomass into clean energy.
Defender asks to suspend hearing about landfill in Acará, PA, due to safety risk
The Public Defender's Office of Pará has requested the immediate suspension of a public hearing scheduled for February 20 regarding the environmental licensing of a Solid Waste Treatment Center in Acará, northeastern Pará, due to safety concerns.
Ipaam cancels fine and embargo planned against the installation of the new landfill in Manaus
The Institute of Environmental Protection of Amazonas (Ipaam) has canceled a R$ 10 million fine and embargo against the establishment of a new urban solid waste landfill in Manaus after a legal review found it compliant with legal instruments.
Frýdlant introduces a new waste sorting system. People who heat with solid fuels will receive a special container
Frýdlant is implementing a new waste sorting system that provides special containers for residents who use solid fuels for heating.